2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Durango and 2000 Mazda Familia were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Durango (454 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | Familia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
